TruckWorld Trucking Blog Archive

    Posted On: August 29, 2018
    Following recent talks with Australia’s newly elected Prime Minister Scott Morrison, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chairman expressed his enthusiasm about working with Morrison in the future on issues the industry faces, including a need for regulatory and tax reform. ...
    Posted On: August 29, 2018
    The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) recently called upon the Australian government and state transport ministers to appoint an independent committee to overhaul the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNA), which is scheduled to be revised in November. ...
    Posted On: August 28, 2018
    Transurban, a toll road operator and member of the Sydney Transport Partners Consortium, is currently attempting to purchase a largely underground motorway that’s under construction in Sydney. ...
    Posted On: August 27, 2018
    The Australian Trucking Association (ATA), which represents Australia’s trucking operators, recently applauded the latest round of funding for the government’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative, worth $3.9 million. ...
    Posted On: July 26, 2018
    Here are some tips that will help make life on the road a little easier. ...
    Posted On: July 5, 2018
    Driving a truck for a living can be a dangerous job, but it doesn’t always have to be. ...
    Posted On: July 2, 2018
    Deciding whether or not to finance your next truck purchase ultimately depends on whether you want it to be an up-front capital expense or an ongoing operational one. ...
    Posted On: June 19, 2018
    The Queensland Parliament recently passed one of two amendment bills required to enact new truck safety laws in Australia ...
    Posted On: May 14, 2018
    The Australian Trucking Association is backing a recommendation from the Queensland Parliamentary Inquiry to pass the legislation on HVNL and other Legislation Amendment Bill 2018. ...
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    Smooth Operators: Isuzu Trucks On How Driver Behaviour Shapes Fleet Costs
    Posted 27/07/2026
    The way a truck is driven has a measurable (and sizable) impact on fuel consumption, component life, vehicle downtime and, most importantly, safety. ...
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    More Options & Value For Hino Hybrid Customers
    Posted 7/07/2026
    Following the success of its 300 Series Built to Go Tipper Pro diesel model, Hino Australia has announced the launch of a Hybrid Electric equivalent model. ...
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    Australian Conditions, Local Solutions: How Isuzu Develops Trucks for The Nation’s Toughest Tasks
    Posted 24/06/2026
    For truck manufacturers, success in Australia requires far more than importing a global product and expecting it to perform. ...
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    Trucking Industry Welcomes Fuel Tax Relief Extension
    Posted 21/06/2026
    The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed the Government’s announcement today that it will extend its fuel excise and truck road user charge relief to the end of July, but with new rates. ...
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    Reach Buyers Anywhere With International Truck Sales Platforms From Sandhills
    Posted 8/06/2026
    Sandhills Global offers local platforms for selling used trucks and trailers in nearly every region in the world. ...
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    A Huge Selection Of Industrial Equipment Up For Grabs At Manheim Australia EOFY Auctions
    Posted 5/06/2026
    Leading industrial equipment auction and advisory company Manheim Australia has a broad range of sales lined up as we approach the end-of-financial-year period (EOFY). ...
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    Enhanced Hino 300 Series Range On Sale Now
    Posted 2/06/2026
    The next step in the evolution of the proven Hino 300 Series light-duty range is now on sale, with diesel Euro 6-compliant models joining the existing Euro 6 Hybrid Electric range. ...
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    Find Parts Quickly On TruckWorld.com.au
    Posted 28/05/2026
    TruckWorld’s new, dedicated Parts For Sale page makes finding the truck and trailer parts and components you need quicker and easier than ever. ...
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    ESM Resources Expands Fleet With A Robust Iveco T-Way
    Posted 14/05/2026
    Mobile plant hire and maintenance specialist ESM Resources added a T-Way 6x6 AD380 to its fleet for its durability and its suitability for heavy-duty off-road work. ...
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    2026 Renault Trafic Gains 9-Speed Automatic Transmission & Technical Upgrades
    Posted 13/05/2026
    The 2026 Renault Trafic is a midsize commercial van featuring a new 9-speed automatic transmission, enhanced fuel consumption, and an improved 2,500-kilogram towing capacity. ...
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